Well-being is a multifaceted concept that extends beyond the mere absence of illness to include positive states of mind and effective life functioning. At its core, the concept is divided into two primary philosophical schools: , focusing on pleasure and life satisfaction, and Eudaimonic well-being , emphasizing self-actualization, purpose, and personal growth. Core Dimensions of Well-Being

Social well-being focuses on the quality of interactions with a community, while spiritual well-being involves a sense of meaning and connection to something larger than oneself. Prominent Frameworks

Warm, satisfying, and trusting connections with others.

Frequent positive emotions and infrequent negative ones.

Physical, emotional, cultural, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, social, and spiritual.

Organizations and scholars use different models to summarize these concepts: Key Components

Well-being is influenced by both stable factors (personality and cultural values) and state-like factors that fluctuate based on daily life events, temperature, or recent activities. It is increasingly used by governments and organizations like the OECD as a metric for social progress, moving beyond economic indicators like GDP to measure the true "quality of life".

Various frameworks categorize well-being into specific dimensions to provide a holistic view of human health: